Salsa is a social dance.
Salsa is a hobby.
Salsa is fun.
Salsa is recreational.
Salsa in enjoyable.
Salsa is distressing.
Salsa is a skill.
Salsa is also a sauce.
No one teaches anyone how to use a sauce.
How one uses it, where one uses it, for what does one use it and in how much quantity, is completely dependent on the user. The user has to apply his/her own judgement which decides the result.
Many people say that they are taking Salsa lessons/Salsa classes. It is not a lesson/class. There is a huge difference between the Salsa which is a lesson and the Salsa which is a dance.
The Salsa which is a lesson is like any other dance in the world.
It is limited, monotonous, repetitive, choreographed, enjoyable but not explored to the fullest. What is the point behind naming it the Salsa if it has to be just another dance?
 The Salsa which is a dance is like the open sky. Once an individual ventures into it, he/she realises that it has a very vast expanse which knows no bounds. One can continuously keep exploring it! There is nothing known as 'the final stage' in Salsa.
When Salsa started becoming famous as a dance, I'm pretty sure that no one choreographed it. It was more spontaneous than decided.
It still is. It’s just been made easier, thanks to the introduction of the technicalities in the form of the leads, the turns etc.
Everything in Salsa is the individual's own. The moves, the style, the attitude & the effort put in to relax & enjoy!
Salsa is all about breaking rules! Once an individual gets the technicalities, he/she is free to make his own Salsa on any dance floor anywhere in the world. No one can correct the individual because Salsa does not have mistakes.
Salsa needs to be enjoyed not mastered. Enjoying Salsa happens when an individual really lets go of himself/herself & lets the dance take over. Salsa does not need the mind of the individual. It’s better if the mind is left at home.
And there is no need for worry. What if I can't learn it? What if I can't understand the music? What if I can't lead well? What if I can't follow well? All this does not feature in the dictionary of Salsa.
The individual just needs to be open to having fun. The rest will just follow. Salsa is easier to dance than to talk about. The proof will be one's own personal experience which will definitely be amazingly unforgettable!
Its hot spicy rhythm forces hips to sway to the beat. It is one of the most dynamic musical styles of the Western World. After all it is the no.1 social dance in the world.
Personal Benefits:
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1. Exercise - Get in shape while having fun!
2. Balance - You work hard... do something fun for yourself!
3. Relieve Stress - Take your mind off of everyday stresses!
4. Improve Your Posture - Learn correct dance technique!
5. Improve Your Memory - Memorize many dance patterns!
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Social Benefits:
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1. Expand Your Social Life - Meet new people with a common interest!
2. Gain Self-Confidence - Stand out on any dance floor!
3. Great Way to Spend Time with a Friend or Loved One - Need a hobby you both enjoy?
4. Improve Your Social Dancing Skills - Have fun at parties and social gatherings!
5. Overcome Shyness - It's time to come out of your shell! |
Interpersonals Benefits:
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1. Team Building - It is a partner dance. You have to work as a team to make it look beautiful.
2. Co- ordination - Among self and also to the music.
3. Communication - It is a lead and follow based dance. One partner needs to be quick on his thinking to lead and convert it into an unsaid action, whereas the other partner needs to be alert to respond.
4. Adaptation - Helps you understand your partners and own shortcomings and strengths to adapt them for the most fruitful outcome.
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And above all its simply FUN-TASTIC !!!!
 We at Baile -de- Salón are serious about the business of fun. We aim to cater to our students’ needs by providing structured and fun Salsa classes that will also give you a great workout.
Our unique course layout is tailored to get you on the dance floor faster and give you a smooth transition from the Salsa classes to the clubs. We promise individual attention to each and every one of our students and also provide written feedback at regular intervals.
Each salsa lesson aims to keep your feet moving and your face smiling.
Our talented and friendly instructors will have you salsa dancing in no time at all.
Personal Benefits:
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- Connection
- Timing/Rhythm
- Partnering
- Styling
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Body Movement
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The body movement termed "cuban or contra-body motion" is the foundation of a great salsa dancer. Without body movement the steps look flat and mechanical. The steps come to life when cuban motion is added to the basic salsa steps, making the dancer look fluid, graceful, and beautiful.
In each class we have basic isolation warm-up exercises geared toward improving your basic salsa step and body movement. You will learn how to dance better and more effectively while improving agility and grace with body isolation exercises. |
Connection
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You will learn how to connect with your center (core), your dance partner, and the music. Connection starts with a strong core which is the importance of establishing a solid cuban body motion. You will learn how to improve your connection by using body movement, eye contact, and good posture. |
Timing / Rhythm
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Listening to the music and dancing on time is as important as a good solid body movement foundation. Nothing is more frustrating than dancing with a partner who is out of sync. We provide every student with a free music compilation to get acquainted with Salsa music. You will learn to listen and connect with the music for a stronger dance foundation, making the dance more enjoyable for you and your partner. Good timing and rhythm will also make your connection to your partner stronger and more effective. |
Partnering
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Beginners Level:-
In the beginner level classes you will learn the basic partnering patterns that will get you ready to dance in any social setting, a nightclub, or parties. There is no limit to the number of combinations you can learn. However the class can only move as fast as the slowest person. |
Improver & Intermediate Levels
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Once you have taken the beginner classes you may be ready for improvers and intermediate lessons. Graduation from one level to another is not automatic and the instructor must be satisfied that a student is ready to move to the next level.
In the Improver & Intermediate sessions you will be introduced to advanced partnering techniques and you will also learn a new pattern each week. You can choose to string all the patterns for the month together or just practice them separately.
In these classes students will be encouraged to try and use the patterns using their own variations thus developing their use of the techniques and creating their own patterns.
Occasional styling tips for leaders and followers will be added to patterns as necessary. These classes are geared toward improving your basic salsa step by incorporating more advanced body movements, increased connection to partner and music, becoming fluid and natural with your dancing while having fun. The patterns taught are meant to be clean and easy to lead and follow. |
Styling
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Styling is a very individual part of salsa dance which you will learn to incorporate as you have been dancing for awhile. Some students' are very interested to learn styling right away without first having a strong foundation. Styling will come more naturally with time and attention paid to basic body movement. If styling is added to the dance without first having a strong foundation, it may appear contrived and plastic instead of fluid and natural. Part of the styling techniques that will be taught will incorporate body movement and connection with respect to your partner and the music. |
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